Good Vibrations

Over the past couple of weeks, I've been exploring the topic of urges (not the reproduction variety) with a small group of exceptional leaders.  During this time, I also immersed myself in an audio program entitled Trust Your Vibes by Sonia Choquette.  In the program, Sonia fully unpacks what she calls "six sensory living", or living life by trusting one's urges, vibes, or intuition.  While the program may be a bit "woo-woo" for many, it resonated with me (pun intended), especially in the leadership context.

Have you ever noticed great leaders who can make decisions with very little information?  They go on instinct, gut feeling, or a hunch.  That's six sensory leadership.  Of course, one needs to have a very quiet mind, be aware, and listen for the vibrations that inform good choices.  Also, one needs to be willing to ignore the rational/analytical mind which more often than not tends to countermand intuition.  Not easily accomplished when many of us have spent years strengthening the left brain, and allowing the right brain to atrophy.

Not to worry.  Like any body part that atrophies over time due to neglect or injury, we can recover use of a limb by going to the gym and exercising.  In the case of our creative/intuitive selves we can also strengthen our sixth sense through practice (and and a good 12-step recovery program).  Julia Cameron's Artist's Way is an excellent resource for such a recovery.

As I recover the the use of my own right brain, I am reminded of the 1966 single entitled Good Vibrations by the Beach Boys.  It's an anthem for six sensory living.  So go ahead, get quiet, listen to that small still voice inside you, and then take action from there.  I expect you'll be amazed at the results.  And always remember to "keep those lovin' good vibrations a happenin'.